Jason Moore Helms ‘Murder, She Wrote’ Film with Jamie Lee Curtis for Universal
Universal Pictures is moving forward with a feature film adaptation of the classic television series, Murder, She Wrote. Directed by Jason Moore, known for his work on Pitch Perfect, the film will star Oscar-winning actress Jamie Lee Curtis in the iconic role originally portrayed by Angela Lansbury.
Behind the Film Adaptation
The screenplay for this adaptation has been penned by Lauren Schuker Blum and Rebecca Angelo. They are drawing from the beloved CBS series, which was created by Peter S. Fischer, Richard Levinson, and William Link. Amy Pascal will produce the project alongside Phil Lord, Chris Miller, and Aditya Sood through their first-look agreement with Universal Pictures.
Creative Team and Production Oversight
- Director: Jason Moore
- Producers: Amy Pascal, Phil Lord, Chris Miller, Aditya Sood
- Screenwriters: Lauren Schuker Blum, Rebecca Angelo
- Studio Executives: Lexi Barta (SVP Development), Jacqueline Garell (Director of Production Development)
The original Murder, She Wrote aired from 1984 to 1996, becoming one of television’s longest-running and most successful series. Angela Lansbury’s character, Jessica Fletcher, was a retired teacher-turned-mystery novelist who adeptly solved murders throughout various locations, although the story often centered in the fictional town of Cabot Cove, Maine.
Legacy of Murder, She Wrote
The show received numerous accolades, including 41 Emmy nominations, with Lansbury nominated each year for her leading role. Despite this, she never won the award. Lansbury also reprised her role in four television films after the series concluded.
Jason Moore’s Upcoming Projects
In addition to Murder, She Wrote, Jason Moore has several projects in the pipeline. He is directing a pilot for a Legally Blonde prequel series titled Elle for Prime Video. In April, he will also direct a revival of the Tony-winning musical Avenue Q in London’s West End.
Moore will adapt two literary works: Guncle, based on Steven Rowley’s bestseller, and This Time Tomorrow, by Emma Straub. His previous collaboration with screenwriters Lauren Schuker Blum and Rebecca Angelo includes the recently released film, Dumb Money, which depicted the GameStop stock surge in January 2021.
Conclusion
The upcoming film adaptation of Murder, She Wrote promises to bring a modern perspective to a beloved classic. With a talented cast and creative team, fans of the original series can look forward to a captivating new interpretation.
